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Understanding Short-Term Respite Care – A Guide for Carers
Whether you’re supporting a parent, partner, relative, or close friend, being a carer often means putting their needs first – every single day. But even the most devoted
What Does a Care Home Activities Coordinator Do?
When we think about care homes, our minds naturally go to nursing care or the support provided to residents. However, one important benefit of moving into a care
Dementia Care in Bearsden: A Quick Guide for Families
As the Home Manager at Westerton Care Home in Bearsden, Glasgow, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the transformative power of specialised dementia care. It is a
When Is The Right Time To Move Into A Care Home?
For a lot of people, no matter the circumstance, the decision to move someone out of their family home or even their own home into a care home
Dementia Friendly Activities For The Summer
Dementia, a condition impacting cognitive functions like memory and speech, necessitates thoughtful care and engagement. Those affected by dementia deserve to continue living fulfilling lives. Understanding Dementia Dementia
How are Dementia Residents Supported in a Care Home?
When someone you love or care for has signs of dementia it can become overwhelming, especially if their case is becoming more complex, affecting their mental capacity. From
How Much Do Care Homes Cost?
In the United Kingdom, the demand for care homes and nursing homes is on the rise. However, due to care costs ranking among the highest in Europe, it
When Should Someone With Dementia Move into a Care Home?
Dementia is a progressive condition that adversely affects an individual’s cognitive abilities, including memory, communication, and decision-making skills. As the disease advances, independent living and the management of
The Benefits of Nursing Care in a Care Home
The provision of Nursing Care can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. Whether it involves helping with daily tasks or ensuring the timely administration
What Activities Can You Do in a Care Home?
Providing care home residents with a fun activities programme to enjoy on a daily basis is extremely important, especially when striving to provide them with the best quality
5 Benefits of Residential Care
There are many care homes in the UK that provide Residential Care as one of the four main care types including Nursing Care (which includes Palliative Care), Dementia
Speech and Language Therapy in Care Homes
What is Speech and Language Therapy? Speech and Language Therapy is a type of treatment that is given to people of all ages who experience difficulties with aspects